Photo essay • October 2016

From the contours of a craggy peak to the intricate beadwork of a local artisan, heirlooms in Southern Appalachia have been forged by nature as well as made by hand. Our readers share their views of artistry that endures.

Each issue of Smoky Mountain Living features photographs taken by our readers. 

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